“As fans of the Bear, we had to stop by here for an Italian Beef Sandwich. The interior is nice and matches with the show. The service was very quick and the sandwich was affordable. Beware that there are some days out of the week that are cash only for payment. We believe the worker said Friday and Saturday. The sandwich had so much beef and the peppers added a good flavor. The jus that the sandwich is drenched in was a bit much for me and was kind of taking over the flavor profiles of the sandwich. It made it just a tad too oily so had to dock a star for that. Overall, do add this place to your food bucket list, especially if you're a fan of the Bear“
“When I called to ask about their hours, the owner hit me with, "My lamb is the best in Chicago." With that kind of confidence, I just had to check it out. This place is truly a hidden gem! So many pros: The meat is cooked and seasoned to perfection, even the tricky lamb is spot-on. Located in River North, super convenient for city workers. All staff are super friendly. And they don't even expect tips! Mandi Lamb A must-try! The owner's so-called top lamb in Chicago is tender, not gamey, and served with spices and long-grain rice for an incredible flavor. Generous portions too. We ordered half a portion, but saw others going for the full size. Fahsa Yemeni Lamb Stew A must-try! The broth is incredibly rich and spicy, with lamb cooked to ultimate tenderness in spices, served with traditional Yemeni flatbread for a rich and unforgettable flavor. Kebda Lamb Liver Would have thought it was a Chinese stir-fried liver if no one mentioned. Seasoned with a rich array of spices and onions, it's full of the meat's natural flavor and aromatic layers. A bit oily but goes well with rice. Cucumber Salad A refreshing cucumber salad, intensely cucumber-y but a bit too much dressing. Not greasy but just okay in texture. Dates Middle-Eastern style sweet dates, a complimentary treat from the owner, who also offered other sweets which we were too shy to accept. Summary: A heartfelt small diner with numerous advantages I won't repeat. Atmosphere: Not much of an ambiance, only four tables, quite cramped, dining while looking at the kitchen. Service: The owner and staff are genuinely friendly, tips not required, water is sold bottled.“
“Bro im not even kidding, but i believe that this this is one of the best burgers i had in my life, its the double cheeseburger special, if you’re me this will definitely fill u up, and also if you want to get a late night snack this is the place to go it closes at 3am and its a good price too.“
“Went to experience Mimi's as fries are my favorite and who doesn't enjoy good tacos. My family and I ordered Birria tacos, loaded Jerk fries, sautéed broccoli and the house made Italian ice. The food was 8/10, I have had the pleasure of tasting other fusion Jerk type tacos in past this was sweet with slight heat and super enjoyable. My only complaint is if I'm going to a place that has Fries in name, I'd like to think fries should be handmade and a star standing alone I don't think that is the case here. The broccoli though was insane with garlic butter, I'd go back just for them tbh.“
“Was in the neighborhood and I stopped by. Italian beef sandwich is amazing. Loaded with beef. Only thing that happened was that I ordered an Italian combo and I got just a regular Italian beef. Giardiniera was not spicy at all and I do like spicy. Otherwise, will probably be back.Parking: There is a parking lot on the side of the building.“
“I’ve heard of this spot for a while and finally tried it. First time here. And I’m in love. So many options to try and combos. They drinks are amazing. Definitely a new spot on my list. SOOOO Cheesy!!! SO DELICIOUS! I would recommend this for a cute first date. Look at pics and videos hopefully does it justice!“
“Extremely popular, and very touristy. We came here after watching some food blogger’s recommendation. And it’s worth. It’s a shack like hot dog stand. They are super fast and cheap. We got a Polish sausage sandwich. It was hot and came with some caramelised onions on top and some roasted peppers as side. The sausage was good and the peppers were very refreshing. The fries were given as a side and they were hot, crunchy, and well seasoned. They don’t have any done in facility. However, you can stand and eat on the standing racks. Those stands/ racks were quite dirty- so we ultimately ate sitting inside our car. Overall, highly recommended if you are looking for a low cost, fresh meal.“
“We finally had an opportunity to enjoy eating here while vacationing. Surprisingly, there's only 2 locations only. We traveled an hour to eat here and we didn't regret it. The food quality is still very good and the service was good too. Hopefully there are plans to open more locations. The buffalo chicken calzone is tasty, the potatoes are superb, and pizza is very good. I highly recommend eating here.“
“Best Sandwiches around - Steak Sandwich - Shish Kabob Sandwich - Italian Sausage or beef or combo you cannot go wrong - Mike and family are the best people. The fries are fresh cut and does the double fry so crispy outside and fluffy and soft inside.“
“The restaurant is small, but cozy. We had a falafel sandwich wrap, and a gyro. Both were very good. The Taziki sauce on the euro was outstanding. Also had some fries which had a great little spice chick, and a nice dipping sauce that comes with. The service was excellent too. They gave us plenty of options to customize our wraps. We will definitely be back.Dietary restrictions: Gluten free wraps that are delicious“
“The food was amazing, we got Hotdogs and fries and they were piping hot and delicious. The location is also pretty cool, beautiful Chicago views any time of the day, they also had great customer service, the guy behind the counter was super friendly and the food came out super fast.“
“The batter is unbelievable! It is fluffy and tasty. The chicken is perfectly done. I just couldn't believe the batter. I don't think I've had batter on chicken like that before. Also, they accommodated my request of not wanting thighs in my 4 piece (I am not a fan of chicken thighs ( thighs are too gamey for my taste). So I very much appreciate that. Since trying it the first time, I have gone almost every week now.“
“I’m OBSESSED!!!! Food is 10/10 & so is the service. The staff always greets you as soon as you come in and there is always great Kpop music videos playing while you enjoy your meal. The food is so yummy, definitely coming back ? (I ordered the rosé cup-bokki, original Korean corn dog, and the yuja ade. It was so good, my toes were literally curling every bite and sip I took of my food) <3“
“This is a very clean and professional. Food was well done and very tasty. They really take the time to make sure their customer satisfaction is a top priority. Well recommend. Cheese sticks are very good. Best JJ’s on the east side. Order nowww!!!“
“I be doing doordash n uber eats, I've been getting orders from there for a while, today I decided to order me some food got me the steak jibarito that comes with arroz con gandules and some sauce on the side n let me sayyy it was delicious, I even got me the chicken empanada n I used the sauce from the jibarito on it n omgggg sooo good. I even got a Pina colada n omg heaven. And the service was awesome everyone so nice and also lots of things to look at while u wait they have a lil boutique. Totally recommend will be coming back“
“I've picked up burgers from here twice so far (I'm not in the neighborhood, but my partner is) and I've been impressed both times! Menu is small but has great options, and the burgers have been delicious both times. I love the extra touch of the logo on the buns! Will definitely be back again!“
“I liked the hamburgers, they are delicious, they cook them right away, the delicious onion rings give you a very delicious dip.Parking: The parking lot is large and if you don't want to eat at the tables you can eat in your car or inside.“
“Lovely lovely restaurant. First time ever there after going to Sloomoo.Seated quickly, food came quick. Burgers were delicious.Kids menu-for example it came with 1 French toast, that's it. Would have been nice if it came with a fruit cup.The kids serving could have come with just a bit more food. Enough for a toddler but not enough for an 8 year old. Child said French toast was good. Just be aware.Everything was great.“
“This place is special in a way that would almost makes me want to keep it a well-guarded secret. You don't really get this experience anymore, it takes a confluence of passion and community that's hard to come by in any era, let alone the modern, distanced, impersonal world we occupy now.This is the quintessential Chicago Mom n' Pop experience. Great food at ridiculously good prices served up with a smile and a friendly familiarity that makes you feel like you're right at home.The decor matches the patrons: humble, comfortable, working-class Americana and unapologetically Chicagoan to the core. You can tell most of the customers here are patrons for life, and with good reason. You always feel like a person here, not an order. They aren't just trying to turn over your ticket, they want to make sure you're taken care of.I can't tell you the last time I had perfect fries before this, like too-hot-to-eat, immaculate golden brown fries. I definitely can't recall ever getting them with a whole burger for under $7. I fed two hungry adults here for less than $20. It felt absurd, almost, like I wanted to pay more because it felt unfair to them that I'd pay twice that much at a lot of places.Just a positively perfect experience every time and we always make it a point to stop here anytime we're remotely close by.“
“Food is as good as ever. You just have to remember now to tell the cashier every little detail. Like to put some juice on the bread or you'll get it dry. One time at this location I got a hot dog and neglected to say Chicago style and I got a hot dog with absolutely nothing on it. You have to remember these kids know absolutely nothing about Chicago food so you have to tell them everything. And they don't know enough to even ask if you want peppers on your beef sandwich. And their managers obviously are not training them in anything. And remember the drive through now does not accept cash. If you pay with cash you have to go inside now.“
“I'm from Atlanta Ga ,and was visiting family and friends and we stopped in for a hotdog ..delicious ? and the fries tastes like McDonald's fries ( although they are not )lol I ate mine and my friends..nice atmosphere, and the gentleman who took our order was great ?“
“Just had a big baby double cheese burger, large dr. pepper, onion rings and sport peppers on side. the location wasn't busy and enjoyed the speedy service. they do take credit/debit cards for a 25 cents processing fee. Definitely recommend it.“
“Food is good, there is a strong language barrier with staff. I wanted to add ghost pepper seasoning (Fuego) to my salt fries. No option was in the digital menu for that. Had to talk to 3 people to get that done. They got it done though... But 1 out the 3 gave a little attitude vibe.“
“I loved the chicago hot dogs here!!! They were freshly made and not soggy from being pre-packaged. There wasn't a very long wait after placing our order. I don't ordinarily eat a lot of fries but I couldn't stop eating the side order of fries we bought which were perfectlycrispy on the outside and buttery soft inside. The food was fresh and there was a selection of fountain and bottled drinks. By today's standards the prices were very accommodating and there was a variety of menu items. This location was a short ride from our hotel and close to other downtown attractions too. The service was good and I enjoyed the atmosphere of the restaurant.“
“LOVE NICKS! Great service, family owned, upbeat & inviting staff ? good energy all around, you can feel the mutual respect amongst the ranks & I love that. Happy employees = happy customers WHO COME BACK. *Nicks drive in* is the perfect example of this & my family always runs it back?NOW... FOOD? Nick's is known for their HOME-MADE GYROS & they are delicious by ALL accounts!! If you like gyros, you will LOVE theirs! Nicks makes burgers, hotdogs, mozzarella sticks, chili, popcorn shrimp, shakes & many more options, kids meals etc. Sit down & stay a while or drive-inn & drive out.I've been coming to nicks since I was a little girl getting lunch with my grandpa or grandma. Saturday night dinner out with dad. I think I may have even had a birthday party at Nick's in the mid 90s. Nick's is family. Iykyk & if you don't know.. GO FIND OUT.Yesterday I called in a pick up order& forgot my brother's milkshake on the counter. & instead of getting all the way home & changed out of my 'heavy snow storm--triple layered clothing' only to realize my mistake.. "NICKS" was calling me. AMAZING SERVICE !! Many wouldn't do that over a milkshake, thank you ?Anyway, TLDR..? Go to >> nicks drive -in chicago. You're welome ✨️?Parking: Alot of space to park unnless it's busy. NBut it's quickKid-friendliness: Alot of space for kids to be kids“
“This place is busy and it's clear to see why. We had the OG, Sweet Potato, and Hot Cheeto all of which were good. Fries and lemonade were also good. The wait wasn't too bad given that everything is made fresh to order. Would definitely return.“
“The Best Filipino Food In The midwest And they always give US good portion And free sample To taste for next order Love The easy accommodation if you have a taste for pinakabet just Call them And they cook for you ❤️❤️❤️Love The kare kare And fresh Food every Day thanks Ruby Love your Food ❤️❤️❤️“
“The food is delicious at Lawrence's on 22nd and Canal Street! The staff are amazing, down-to-Earth, & I love the atmosphere! I feel safe at Lawrence's and genuinely cared about! I would like to recognize, Ms. Rose ?, for a raise, promotion, or some sort of acknowledgement of the excellent managerial and personal communications skills that Ms. Rose possesses! Thank You Lawrence's for always being so kind and I love your fries extra crispy... lol...!Vegetarian options: There are vegetarian options on the menu! You can always order fries, have a dessert, Cole slaw, and onion rings! I guarantee that a vegetarian will love ensuite their level of vegetarian or vegan eating guidelines!Dietary restrictions: Yes, the menu definitely can work for someone with dietary restrictions! If calories are an issue, small portions, and non-fried foods would be a great choice! For those that have to watch sugar intake, there are many ways to make a meal with lots of protein and low sugar work, & still be scrumptious and satisfying! Fish is an excellent source of protein and can be an excellent source of omega-3s, that support heart function, help pregnant women and their fetus or fetuses develop wonderful brain functioning and neuron efficiency in both the mother and the baby or babies living in the, "Mommy-Inutero-Hotel-Tummy", add omega-3s are great for mood stabilization and they even cause your skin to shine!Parking: The parking lot is very safe, full of spaces, and to have free parking is a luxury in Chicago, Illinois...! Please be very respectful when you park here and throw garbage out in the plentiful garbage cans that are all around!Also, on the weekends Lawrence is becomes super busy with 21-year-olds or younger, some older, and the place is packed! If you would like to come during the week for family time try to come earlier and not late on the weekends!I always see the staff cleaning up the parking lot and the less that they have to do is better!There is such a peaceful feeling in this parking lot and it is nice to be right by the canal!Kid-friendliness: I absolutely would recommend this Lawrence's for birthday parties during the week for children, it is a safe environment for children, and could be a wonderful place for a party or graduation!I just would recommend that parties for children be during the daytime or during the week when it is not super packed with the wonderful clientele of younger age that love to hang out here!Wheelchair accessibility: Lawrence's has a huge parking lot and a wheelchair ramp accessible entrance to the left when you pull into the parking lot on the far left side! If I'm not mistaken there is also a wheelchair accessible entrance and ramp to enter Lawrence's fish and shrimp on the Canal Street entrance! The bathroom is wheelchair accessible, the tables to eat at are wheelchair accessible, and I am quite certain that the staff would make any adjustments for someone who may have a disability and would need a different spot to eat inside while needing to utilize the wheelchair!“
“I called in an order for pickup. When I arrived, I did not expect to see the amount of customers waiting to get their food in there. This place was packed. The pickup/ordering system is a little chaotic, but you'll eventually get your food. I still feel like they truly don't make your order until you arrive. I ordered two pounds of regular shrimp and a pound of fish chips. I also purchased their cocktail sauce. A little pricey but went perfect with their shrimp. Both the shrimp and fish were perfectly fried and while I used to eat fish with tartar sauce, I recently learned to enjoy it with Mild sauce. Just the perfect combo. I can definitely see myself returning whenever I'm craving fried fish & shrimp.“
“The fish and food is soooo good! I live in Atlanta but was able to pull up when I was in Chicago last year. I love that they are opened late for those late night cravings. They only had one woman taking orders and she was working like an ox all with the best attitude! She definitely could have used some help. Nevertheless, it was a good experience and I can't wait to go back!“
“Went to Lulu's with family I had two Polish sausage meals they were cooked hot and fresh My other family member had a gyro sandwich that was delicious well proportioned.I look forward to coming back for a nice down-to-earth place if you have time ,I suggest you please stop by You won't regret it.“
“This is the place for chicken!! Best fried chicken, texas toast, coleslaw, and fries this side of the Mississippi. I use this location for caterings almost weekly and they have never made a mistake, always have it ready on time or early, and make sure everything is done right. Great place to get food for business meetings, parties, etc. Highly recommend.Dietary restrictions: I asked for some non-breaded chicken fingers for a gluten intolerant co-worker and he said they were delicious!“
“The dining experience was excellent! We ordered two double cheeseburgers and fries, all made fresh to order. Phil, the manager, provided exceptional service, offering helpful recommendations and treating us like part of the family. Whenever I'm in Chicago, I'll definitely be returning to this place and recommending it to all my loved ones! Thank you again PHIL!“
“Went to this location I got to say the best one so far by far there was this wonderful lady who was so Polite, professional, and courtesy. I believe she was manger named geneva if I recall right the sandwhich are already amazing but when they make it with extra love taste even “
“Such a great Chicago Dog! Great service! The best hot dog I've ever had. We have never been to Chicago and they gave us a Chicago Dog on the house.Kid-friendliness: The corn dog was a hit with my kid. They had Jenga on the tables to play with.“
“Today’s experience is on 1/12/24 a Cold Saturday afternoon.Service was great (great as I even left a smal tip)Food was fastBread was FRESHFries were fresh and HOTClean bathroom and dining roomWorkers got along great and it showedWe liked it ALOT“
“Good service and fantastic food. All the staff were really nice and friendly and the food was really good. The restraint was also very clean and well kept. Bathrooms were also good. I always love raising canes I would definitely recommend stopping if you are in the area or are in the mood for some good chicken.Parking: Parking is okay.“
“I have driven past this establishment for decades, but I was meeting a family member here to pick up something. This was a real hard-core food experience. The meat was extremely tender.Breaded pork steak sandwich. This 2 lb beast was the real deal. Seriously so large, I got two meals out of it.The best part is at the end of the off ramp and back on the freeway when it's time to go home and nap.Btw-the pic is only half of the sandwich.“
“I absolutely love this place. I moved to the neighborhood in October '23 and went and got hot dogs with my mom after we moved in. It soon became our favorite quick meal spot. The burgers and hotdogs and fries are absolutely delicious and they have milkshakes!!! i have been dying to try their strawberry milkshake.The guys that work there are so welcoming and kind. Very professional and timely! I love this place and it's the perfect stop for a quick meal or take out. :)“
“First time trying this awesome location! So happy I decided to give it a try. Yari was so kind and gave me great suggestions to choose from. I love that this is a family owned and ran business. The chicken was juicy, seasoned to perfection and the sides were great as well. Loved the broccoli and sweet potato Fries. The add on was the IPA beer that was a HIT (media naranja). Oh yeah the design in the store was so unique! I’ll def be back.“
“This is a great option when you’re craving Indian food but don’t want to pay for a huge portion. I told the cashier it was my first time and she threw in a few samosas and sauces for me to try - they were crispy, fluffy, and perfect. I also ordered a chicken tikka wrap with rice and onions. It was absolutely delicious. I will be returning soon!“
“Horrid! As a native Chicagoan I never expected to be disappointed by a neighbourhood hot dog stand. Yesterday, for the first time I went to Jr’s Red Hots. For starters they messed up the order of two hotdogs with fries. Instead we received two overcooked polish sausage with greasy fries. I couldn’t consume more than two bites of either. It was obvious the grill and oil from deep fryer aren’t routinely cleaned. Failed on a grand scale!!!! Never going back to Jr’s.“
“They season the grilled chicken so deliciously, the gyros are great, and I love the beef hamburger with white onion. The staff are saints who handle messy regulars like me with kindness and professional hospitality. Order fries and a Pibb and watch Jeopardy around 3:30 :)“
“I came in pretty close to close last night. I was feeling pretty bad about it, but the manager, Devi, greeted me with a smile and made me feel better about it. Really great staff they have working here! I will definitely be returning in the future ?“
“While in Chicago recently my family and I dined in for breakfast!! We had a wonderful experience with such kind and friendly staff! We were in a rush to leave for an event and I absentmindedly left my bag hanging on the back of my chair! After about 2 hours I panicked and realized it was gone and instantly knows I left it on my chair! We rushed back hoping that a kind and Good Samaritan turned it in! It turns out the staff that day found it and kept it safely in the back hoping I would return!! I was so thankful we chose to eat here this day!! Food was great and the staff was even more amazing!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!“
“They have hot and ready pizza every day slices or custom make your own whole pizza... Two slices and a free drink!! Love it here the pregnancy cravings be having me here ex a week lol?? ? 10/10 recommend the pizza❤️? I have yet to try the yummy wings!!!Vegetarian options: Mushroom spinach pizza... Delicious ❤️??Dietary restrictions: I'm pre diabetic but I do come here twice a week the baby wants chicken Buffalo and I want Spinach so I get both and a diet coke!!! ??“
“Been coming here for years!! With new owners this place is still a gem great customer service very very nice staffI drive an hour just to come and eat my jumbo shrimp !! Always fresh they have much more to choose .. I recommend this place to anyone that love fresh hot delish yummy Shrimp and much more“
“Love this place! I stop in every 2-3 months for cold take-home Beef Salami, Hard Salami, Polish Sausage, Corned Beef & Pastrami. While I’m there I order a Polish or their daily special from the grill area. Best of the best!! Denise is a sweetheart.“
“As far as fast food restaurants go, I would rank Culver's above McDonald's Burger King and Wendy's. Wendy's is closer and quality to this place though. But service is always quick as it can be as your food really is cooked fresh. Have yet to not get hot french fries and my food is always good to go. Prices are about the same as all of them. But on the overall their food is actually good. You won't see me getting snarky about this place, they're okay.“
“Step aside big chain chicken, there’s a new sheriff in town.My go-to order is the chicken nuggets and truffle fries, I think it’s the best combo. The chicken is absurdly delicious— so fresh and so well cooked every single time. Very clean space, very fast service and always a vibe.10/10, would recommend to my grandmother.“